New Delhi, November 7, 2026:United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ambassador to India Abdulla Saif Al Nuaimi celebrated his first Diwali in India with a special gathering at the UAE Embassy in New Delhi, joining embassy staff members and their families in marking the festival of lights.
The ambassador shared a 49-second video of the celebration on social media, offering glimpses of the festive atmosphere at the embassy.
The evening gathering, held in the embassy’s garden, featured illuminated decorations, a large floral rangoli and traditional diya-lighting ceremonies. Embassy officials and staff members participated in the celebrations and posed for a group photograph in front of a backdrop displaying the message “Happy Diwali”.
Expressing his happiness over celebrating the festival in India for the first time, Al Nuaimi wrote on social media:
“My first Diwali in India was made all the more special with a lovely and warm celebration alongside members of the UAE Embassy in New Delhi.”
He further described the occasion as a wonderful opportunity to share the joy, festive spirit and beautiful traditions of Diwali, extending his wishes to everyone celebrating the festival.
Al Nuaimi assumed his current diplomatic assignment in India in July 2026 after serving as the UAE Ambassador to South Korea. He presented his credentials to President Droupadi Murmu in September 2026.
His participation in the festival reflects the spirit of cultural exchange and people-to-people connections between India and the UAE, whose relationship extends across diplomatic, economic and cultural fields.
Diwali, widely known as the festival of lights, is one of India’s most important festivals and is celebrated with traditional lamps, colourful rangolis, prayers and family gatherings.